Burping, also called burping, refers to the release of air from the stomach through the mouth. Farmers may have no taste, but may also be sour, bitter or metallic in taste. Belching is very normal, we are all confronted with sour belching from time to time. It can simply be the result of overeating, dietary changes, or consuming certain food products, such as spicy foods, fried foods, citrus fruits, caffeine, chocolate, and alcohol. But recurring acid reflux can stem from an underlying stomach problem that needs to be diagnosed and treated to control the reflux.
The main stomach problem includes GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). It refers to a condition in which there is backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus due to the weakening of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). It can cause acid belching along with other symptoms such as heartburn (burning sensation in the center of the chest behind the breastbone), sour taste in the mouth, chest pain, feeling of a lump in the throat, bloating and bad breath. Other reasons for acid reflux may include a hiatal hernia and an H. pylori infection. Hiatal hernia is the protrusion of part of the stomach into the chest cavity from one of the openings (esophageal hiatus) in the diaphragm. It can cause belching, heartburn, rash watering, chest pain and difficulty swallowing. H. pylori infection (Helicobacter pylori) is a bacterial infection that often causes a stomach infection and leads to gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) or stomach ulcers. The symptoms of this infection include a burning sensation in the stomach, frequent belching, nausea, bloating, loss of appetite and weight loss. Gallbladder problems such as inflammation or gallstones can also lead to acid reflux-like symptoms, including that of acid reflux. Another cause may be delayed gastric emptying (Gastroparesis), which refers to a condition in which the stomach takes longer than normal to empty its contents. Taking certain medications, such as NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and some blood pressure medications, can also cause acid belching. Sour burps may be accompanied by some other signs and symptoms depending on the cause behind it. These include heartburn, bloating, nausea, vomiting, pain in the abdomen and a bad odor from the mouth.
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy offers a very effective solution for cases of acid reflux. Homeopathic medicines work by stimulating the body’s natural healing mechanism to overcome health problems naturally. These medications tackle the root cause of belching and provide great relief without side effects. By using these medications, the intensity and frequency of the complaint gradually decreases. In addition to acid burps, any associated symptoms such as heartburn, bloating, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain are also combated quite effectively with these medications. The homeopathic prescription varies from case to case of acid reflux, depending on the characteristic individual symptoms. It is advised to take homeopathic medicines under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor and avoid self-medication.
Homeopathic medicines to relieve sour belching
1. Natrum Phos – Top recommended drug
Natrum Phos is the most important medicine to help cases of acid reflux. People who need it suffer from acidity with sour burps. They may also suffer from rash water (excessive saliva mixed with stomach acid rising to the mouth). They may also suffer from an additional complaint of heartburn. There is gas in the abdomen. Nausea and vomiting are other problems that a person may suffer from. Vomit contains acidic fluid. It can be as acidic as vinegar. There may be stomach pain. In some cases, ulcers are present in the stomach. Sometimes there is loss of appetite.
2. Robinia – With acid vomiting
This medicine is very useful in cases of acid reflux with acid vomiting. The vomit contains intensely acidic fluid. It may contain food that has just been eaten. One feels nausea, accompanied by heaviness and pain in the stomach. The stomach is also distended, in addition to acidity and heartburn. The acidity gets worse at night when you lie down, which interferes with restful sleep. There is a constant feeling of fullness in the stomach. One may experience burning pain in the stomach.
3. Iris Versicolor – With heartburn
Iris Versicolor is very effective for acid reflux associated with heartburn. Heartburn is a burning sensation felt in the center of the chest, behind the sternum (sternum). In addition to nausea, a burning sensation can also be felt in the mouth and stomach. It is made worse by any kind of irregularity in the diet. Vomiting causes thin watery, acidic fluid to be spit out. The acidic liquid can abrade and damage the throat. Before vomiting, pain may be felt in the stomach. In addition to these stomach symptoms, a person may suffer from headaches.
4. Carbo Veg – For sour burps after eating or drinking
This medicine is very useful in controlling acid belching that occurs after eating or drinking. The burps stink. Burping can be quite frequent and almost constant. It is accompanied by excessive gas and bloating in the abdomen, especially in the upper part. It causes a feeling as if the stomach were about to burst. The trapped gas can cause stomach pain. Heaviness and fullness are felt in the stomach. Burning also occurs in the stomach. Even the simplest food causes stomach upset, requiring this medicine.
5. Nux Vomica – For sour belches that are worse in the morning
This medicine is useful if sour burps become worse in the morning. Heartburn is felt along with rash water. It gets worse before breakfast. One feels nausea after eating. The vomit may contain acidic mucus, food or other consumed drinks, or an oily/greasy substance. The stomach feels swollen and is sensitive to pressure. After eating, pressure is felt in the stomach, making it impossible to wear tight clothing. You feel warmth in the stomach. There is loss of appetite. This medicine is one of the best medicines to treat acidity and stomach problems that occur when taking coffee, spicy food and alcohol.
6. Lycopodium – with excessive gas in the abdomen
It works very well for acid reflux with excessive gas formation. In addition, bloating occurs immediately after eating even very little food. The stomach problems are made worse by eating certain foods such as beans, cabbage and foods that cause excessive gas production. In addition, there is heartburn and rash water. Vomiting also occurs with acidic substance. A constant pain is felt in the stomach. The pain can be burning, tearing or pressing. A burning sensation may extend from the stomach to the throat. After eating, there may be a feeling as if everything eaten is rising into the throat.
7. Sulfuric Acid – For sour offensive (bad smelling) burps
This medicine is considered for sour, smelly burps. Acid vomiting can occur especially after eating. There is heartburn and weakness is clearly visible along with the above symptoms. It appears to be very effective against sour burps that occur due to excessive alcohol consumption.
8. China – With bloated stomach
This medicine is very useful in sour belches with a bloated stomach. When this medicine is needed, the entire abdomen feels bloated. It is due to the accumulation of excessive gas in the abdomen. Pain sometimes arises in the stomach due to trapped gas. A heated sensation is also felt in the abdomen. The stomach feels heavy even after eating a very small amount of food. Stomach problems that occur after consuming milk or tea are best treated with this medicine.